Please join us for a 3 day adventure and canoeing trip to Smith Island, led by an experienced local sea kayaker. Come experience the magical and unique place that is Maryland’s only inhabited island archipelago. Step back in time to this island where people describe themselves as “living IN the water,” where fishing, crabbing, oystering and seafood are king, where birds (hopefully Pelicans!), wildlife and epic scenery abounds!
All activities will of course be weather dependent. It can get windy at times. Rain should not stop us, so be prepared for it. It CAN be buggy at times, so insect repellent and long sleeve loose fitting clothing is recommended.
Your Trip Leader is Dr. Gregory S. Pokrywka, MD, a Duke University graduate with a focus in Zoology and leader of Maryland’s most active sea kayaking group, the WatersEdge Kayak Club.. Gregg is an experienced ACA Certified Level 2 Trip Leader who has led hundreds of kayaking expeditions and day trips in multiple states, with the goals of safety, fun and adventure!
For more info on Smith Island, see:
“Island out of Time”, by Tom Horton (You will be personally introduced to some of the book’s “stars’) www.experincesmithisland.com
Recent “60 Minutes” episode on Smith Island:
Maryland island struggles to survive impact of rising sea level, erosion | 60 Minutes
The Natural History Society of Maryland is a volunteer-led non-profit organization, so the fee you pay will go directly to support the programs, the nature collections, and the building that make this kind of nature education possible.
NEW – Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made seven or more days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within seven days of the event will not receive a refund. Events with fees of $10 or less are not refundable unless canceled by NHSM. NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.
For questions, please email Bex at BLyons@marylandnature.org.
Registration
NHSM Members: $275
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